Staff Software Engineer
About The Position
PayPal, Inc. seeks Staff Software Engineer in Austin, Texas. This role involves defining and executing the mobile technology roadmap, building and leading high-performing mobile engineering teams, and driving innovation and experimentation in mobile development. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver world-class mobile experiences, mentor and coach senior engineers, and foster a culture of innovation. A key aspect of the role is partnering effectively with product and engineering leadership to oversee mobile architecture and design, as well as designing, developing, and delivering software and/or platforms (libraries). The position requires deep expertise in mobile technologies and architecture. Partial telecommuting is permitted from within a commutable distance.
Requirements
- Master’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Engineering (any), or a closely related field, plus four years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation. Employer will accept a Bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Engineering (any), or a closely related field, plus six years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation.
- Experience designing, developing, and maintaining mobile applications (Android) using Java and Kotlin (4 years)
- Experience with object-oriented programming principles in design, coding, and testing patterns (4 years)
- Experience integrating and consuming REST APIs (4 years)
- Experience using Android UI design principles, patterns, and best practices (4 years)
- Experience managing source code repositories using Git, including branching, merging, and version control. (4 years)
- Experience writing and executing unit tests and UI tests (4 years)
- Experience in profiling and optimizing Android applications for memory usage, CPU load, and UI responsiveness. (4 years)
- Experience implementing and adhering to device and network security best practices (4 years)
- Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- EOE, including disability/vets.
- Additional compensation for this role may include an annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentive compensation, as applicable.
- For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.
Responsibilities
- Define and execute the mobile technology roadmap.
- Build and lead high-performing mobile engineering teams.
- Drive innovation and experimentation in mobile development.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver world-class mobile experiences.
- Mentor and coach senior engineers and foster a culture of innovation and experimentation.
- Partner effectively with product and engineering leadership to oversee mobile architecture and design.
- Design, develop, and deliver software and/or platforms (libraries).
- Provide deep expertise in mobile technologies and architecture.
Benefits
- generous paid time off
- healthcare coverage for you and your family
- resources to create financial security
- support your mental health
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
